how does it stand up during the winter? I have heater that I use for the water but winter temps have caused my current bird bath to crumble.
18860
It has handled the winter weather fine,filled up with water and when the temperatures dipped into freezing all it did was freeze,definately going to be buying another one
18861
Sorry but I received the bird bath broken in the box so I returned it and did not replace it.
18862
Unfortunately, I live in the Tampa Bay region of Florida. I cannot tell you about winter temps, but we did have a hummingbird Burley Clay bird bath that had the dish split in two. It had been knocked down twice and this time, when it was knocked over, it split through on of the earlier chips. I think it was caused by the fox which lives near here. The Cardinal baths haven't had a problem since they have a locking mechanism.
18863
So far, in Oklahoma, the bird bath has held up. We have had tempsin the single digits but not for long periods, only a few days. We purchsed it summer of 2013.
18864
The cold has caused mine to crack and I am so disappointed. The water pours out and I don't know you would have it fixed. It was so pretty but not made good. Gloria
137954
This heater definitely keeps my small birdbath from freezing. It doesn't heat the water up very warm but just enough to not freeze. My birds love it and don't mind drinking the cold water. I live in northern Utah, near the Air Force Base. I keep my bird bath on my deck in the winter. That way I don't have to run really long extension cords, just one to the outlet on the side of my house at the deck. Plus, I get to watch the birds up close. It makes it easier to step out on the deck and fill the birdbath with water.
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That happened to me too just now. I guess I will have to only use it as a butter bell in the winter time when it's not warm in my house. I put the buttter back in the bowl, dumped out the water, and flipped the whole thing upside down with the bottom as a cover. I'll use it like that until it gets cooler.
1985548
Glass bath sits - not fastens - on the stand pieces. It takes some time to get it to balance properly. My guess is your squirrels could knock it over. If you do purchase it, a word of advice - take birdbath in during freezing weather. My bath cracked because the water in it expanded when it froze. Really dumb of me; I hope others can learn from my mistake. By the way, it's a beautiful birdbath.
181464
We have not had any problems with water or snow. My husband sealed it before He put it out. Our birds love it.
80768
It is sturdy and well-made. I have not had mine through a winter, but I don't think I would leave it outside with water in it - - anything might crack if it freezes where you live.
759924
There is an adjustable bracket that attaches (with a screw fastener) to the bottom of the bird bath. It will adapt to porch/deck/patio railings, as well as square or round posts of any size. We have two of these bird baths, one of which must be almost 15 years old. It is still fully functional. This is a very durable bird bath, and I highly recommend it. We live in a wooded area where tree debris is always falling into the bird baths, and we scrub them out weekly with a utility brush and a little water. The heater keeps the water from freezing throughout the winter without fail. I have purchased these at wild bird brick and mortar shops, and from Amazon. Amazon always offers the most favorable pricing.
358984
I would not leave it outside for the winter for two reasons. One the housing is plastic and if water was inside it would freeze and crack. Second the inside float is cardboard like and it would deteriorate.
1734923
I have a 14" and the 20" both have kept water from freezing, this morning here in Indianapolis the temp was -13 with wind chill about -40. Both of my birdbaths are at least 4 years and they just keep ticking!
1426255
I had mine through winter and it held up well. I also washed it a lot though
264372
I've had my bird bath for about a year, and it's holding up great. However, I do live in Hawaii, so temps are very mild. It is in the full sun, and the color is still vibrant. It took the birds about 3 months to accept it, and now it's not uncommon to see up to 10 using it at a time. It's very easy to clean, since it's glazed - no scrubbing - and the cat can't tip it over!
759920
You have to provide a stand for it. We used the birdbath all last winter and the birds loved it. I live in OH where the winters can be very cold. There was never ice in the water. Happy birding.
2019793
Yes. Have had it since July 2013. It has weathered freezing winter and still running fine. I just have cleaned algae, leaves and debris, replace water flush tubing out twice and runs nice. Pleased with purchase great price and the birds love to drink and take bird baths.
137953
My guess would be 40° F or less. I know our very small bird bath (28" diameter) froze at 20°, even with this, so it can't be very warm. For northern Michigan it was way to cold / small.
707870
noooooo - by all means do NOT cut the cord off. You never know when some freaky cold weather blows into town. The birds will so love the water being warm.And, besides that - the cord wraps neatly underneath and you wouldn't even know it was there. I have 3 (that's right 3) of these heated bird baths and i love them - but the birds love them even more. I'm up in Massachusetts and it does cold here - that's for sure. To see the birds line up in the dead of winter to splash for even a few seconds - is thrilling to watch. And, finally, these heated birdbaths are very easy to scrub clean - a must chore. Sorry to have gone on so - but you will not be dissapointed. Enjoy!!!! noooooo - by all means do NOT cut the cord off. You never know when some freaky cold weather blows into town. The birds will so love the water being warm.And, besides that - the cord wraps neatly underneath and you wouldn't even know it was there. I have 3 (that's right 3) of these heated bird baths and i love them - but the birds love them even more. I'm up in Massachusetts and it does cold here - that's for sure. To see the birds line up in the dead of winter to splash for even a few seconds - is thrilling to watch. And, finally, these heated birdbaths are very easy to scrub clean -... » Read More noooooo - by all means do NOT cut the cord off. You never know when some freaky cold weather blows into town. The birds will so love the water being warm.And, besides that - the cord wraps neatly underneath and you wouldn't even know it was there. I have 3 (that's right 3) of these heated bird baths and i love them - but the birds love them even more. I'm up in Massachusetts and it does cold here - that's for sure. To see the birds line up in the dead of winter to splash for even a few seconds - is thrilling to watch. And, finally, these heated birdbaths are very easy to scrub clean - a must chore. Sorry to have gone on so - but you will not be dissapointed. Enjoy!!!! « Show Less
333993
not good in winter.there are other types that work well in winter check on the web if you use a heater you are better off using a metal one.
2235227
I only used it in the winter to stop water from freezing in the bird bath, so I don't know.